tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55946127015984357582015-09-16T23:32:52.317-06:00Adventures with FoodGluten-free, Dairy-free, Egg-free, Yeast-free...
Wow, so many restrictions! So what CAN I eat? See below!Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-72955305276942437222014-01-11T18:33:00.001-07:002014-01-11T18:35:54.106-07:00Allergies SuckI'm usually really good with the whole food restriction thing. &nbsp;But every once in a while something happens.<br /><br />Today I went to the farmer's market at City Hall in Edmonton. &nbsp;We were walking around and someone asked if we would like to try some samples. &nbsp;It was at an indian stand. &nbsp;I saw that they had gluten free signs so on the off chance I asked if they had some that were also free of tomatoes and onions. &nbsp;Oh and also eggs and dairy. To my surprise she said yes! &nbsp;We got some chicken samosas. &nbsp;We then walked around the rest of the market picking up a few things.<br /><br />When we got home I took a look at the package, to my dismay it said that one of the ingredients was onions! &nbsp;I felt so taken advantage of! &nbsp;It reminded me of another indian farmer's market booth where the same thing happened. &nbsp;The last time I noticed while I was eating it. &nbsp;I emailed the address on the package to express my frustration. &nbsp;She replied back quite promptly saying:<br /><blockquote class="tr_bq">I am so sorry. We usually dont add onions to our samosas hence the mix-up. I think it is our old label and we have since stopped adding onions. That being said. If you'd like, I can make a fresh batch for you for next week.</blockquote>It was too late though, the despair had already set in. &nbsp;I'm sure I will feel better once I have a few good meals. &nbsp;Now all I can see is what I can't have. &nbsp;Normal tacos with tomatoes and real cheese, grilled cheese on fluffy white bread with gooey melty cheese, toast that is moist and soft on the inside, fresh made pasta with a cream sauce ...<br /><br />I know it will get better but today is not a good day.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-26378887816361152212013-08-16T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-16T12:00:03.641-06:00My Adventures with DetoxificationI am so hesitant to tell people when I am on a detox. &nbsp;I guess I don't want them to get the impression that I have an addiction that I am trying to overcome. &nbsp;Looking up "detox" on the web gives me what I expect: detoxification especially of alcohol or illegal and addictive drugs. &nbsp;But looking up "detoxification" gives a better meaning to what I do: &nbsp;the process of removing toxins. &nbsp;That is exactly what I am doing, removing toxins that have accumulated in my body.<br /><br />There are many different versions of detox programs and I will share with you what I have found. &nbsp;I have this wonderful little book on detox <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Detox-Handbook-Maria-Costantino/dp/1895464234">"The Detox Handbook" by Maria Costantino</a> that I have had on my bookshelf since university. &nbsp;I don't even remember where I picked it up, I'm sure it was in one of those bargain bins in a grocery store or&nbsp;Canadian&nbsp;Tire. &nbsp;I wish I had tried a detox when I got it, it would have been so helpful in figuring out my stomach. &nbsp;I also have been doing detoxification programs through my naturopath <a href="http://www.vivehealth.ca/dr-patricia-yik.php">Dr Patti Yik</a>. &nbsp;It has made such a difference, she has been invaluable. &nbsp;I also got a&nbsp;pamphlet&nbsp;at the <a href="http://www.calgarywellnessfestival.com/">Calgary Wellness Festival</a>&nbsp;a few years ago on <a href="http://www.permacharts.com/p-963-raw-foods-detoxification.aspx">Raw Foods Vegetarianism Detoxification</a>, it sure has some interesting information but confirms what the other two have said in a lot of ways. &nbsp;But it goes into some stuff that is too much for me: nothing cooked, enemas, impants, colonic .... :/<br /><br />Don't take this as medical advice, I'm not a doctor. &nbsp;I am writing this so you can see that detox isn't a scary thing and it doesn't have to be that hard. &nbsp;You should read up on detox yourself before doing it and perhaps talk with a professional if you want.<br /><br />Length of detox varies between all of the types, you can do one weekend, one week, two weeks, three weeks, one month or a lifetime. &nbsp;I don't think any less that a week would be good but that is just my opinion. &nbsp;You could also do it on a regular schedule. &nbsp;Most suggest twice a year, but I have found that you can feel when you need another one.<br /><br />1. &nbsp;Most kits or books have a quiz that you take to help you see where you are, they ask all sorts of questions about symptoms that you might not think about: headaches, gas, bloating, energy level, moods, body aches, skin condition.<br /><br />2. &nbsp;The big part of detox is cutting out possible allergens. &nbsp;So what you should do is a hypoallergenic diet like mine. &nbsp;When I detox I also take out bananas, excess sugar, red meat peanuts, peppers and sometimes soy. &nbsp;Try to eat whole food, not prepackaged. The important thing is to eat as much as your body wants/needs, detox is not a starvation diet. &nbsp;Things that the detox handbook suggests to cut out are:<br />-wheat &amp; gluten<br />-dairy<br />-yeast<br />-sugar<br />-corn<br />-alcohol<br />-eggs<br />-citrus (except lemon)<br />-night shade vegetables (tomatoe, potatoe, peppers, eggplant)<br />-soy<br />-caffeine<br />-smoking<br /><br />3. &nbsp;The next part is taking something to help the liver and encourage elimination &amp; cleansing. &nbsp;This could be pills, shakes, or lemon in water.<br /><br />4. &nbsp;Last but not least is adding things to help you relax. &nbsp;This could be anything as long as it makes you happy: meditation, quite time, yoga, morning routine, exercise, journaling. <br /><br />When you finish the detox you take the quiz again and see how far you have come. &nbsp;Then try adding things in one at a time for a few days each, the slow introduction allows you to identify what might be bothering you. &nbsp;Sometimes you don't notice the symptoms when you only have something once, it might need to build up in your system.<br /><br />So it's not that hard and it's really great for your body. &nbsp;Also, from my blog you can see that eating out is possible on a cleanse, so don't be scared to do it for an entire month.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-33990347537747579452013-08-15T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-15T12:00:00.631-06:00Gnocci GnocciThe first and only time I had gnocci was at this high end italian restaurant downtown. &nbsp;It was a great experience and I got an appreciation for it at that time. &nbsp;I was so excited to see a gluten-free gnocci when I was in CO-OP. &nbsp;It was a nice quick meal, only a 2 minute cook time. &nbsp;I paired it with some olive oil and fresh lime juice. &nbsp;I had enough for leftovers though I would recommend boiling again for reheat as the microwave made some of the pieces a bit tough. &nbsp;I will get this product again.<br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4tylEC6jXFQ/UgXGFZ79AxI/AAAAAAAAAQY/BCrFLB9zEt4/s1600/IMG_20130806_181917_915.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4tylEC6jXFQ/UgXGFZ79AxI/AAAAAAAAAQY/BCrFLB9zEt4/s1600/IMG_20130806_181917_915.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qf0EV7Rh9go/UgXGHNrtewI/AAAAAAAAAQg/fSEt4cuiO6A/s1600/IMG_20130806_182745_417.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qf0EV7Rh9go/UgXGHNrtewI/AAAAAAAAAQg/fSEt4cuiO6A/s1600/IMG_20130806_182745_417.jpg" height="320" width="180" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-1770517336582194282013-08-14T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-14T12:00:00.887-06:00Home-made Goodness (aka I have the best boyfriend)So when I started dating this lovely guy he started cooking for me. &nbsp;It has been a delicious adventure.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xgp46p3cXCM/UgW8K3251OI/AAAAAAAAAP4/7P6WBXID-Ww/s1600/IMG_20130622_131733_973.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xgp46p3cXCM/UgW8K3251OI/AAAAAAAAAP4/7P6WBXID-Ww/s1600/IMG_20130622_131733_973.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">He made pancakes using a gluten-free flour mix. <br />It was an awesome idea, next time we will use a gluten free recipe. <br />Both removing the gluten and the eggs require a specifically tested recipe.<br />It tasted great though ended up a bit doughy.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q4FRVn9KI0U/UgW8JDJnWVI/AAAAAAAAAPo/uZuB46xWdZg/s1600/IMG_20130714_193325_626.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q4FRVn9KI0U/UgW8JDJnWVI/AAAAAAAAAPo/uZuB46xWdZg/s1600/IMG_20130714_193325_626.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Another breakfast. &nbsp;Gluten free vegan french toast! <br />An awesome combination of coconut milk, banana, cinnamon and nutmeg.<br />Also check out my default juice mix, cranberry + orange.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q-qLnGH4Ofs/UgW8PGsjUwI/AAAAAAAAAQA/YIUCDuzPsN8/s1600/IMG_20130722_204503_368.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-q-qLnGH4Ofs/UgW8PGsjUwI/AAAAAAAAAQA/YIUCDuzPsN8/s1600/IMG_20130722_204503_368.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Popsicles! <br />Again some coconut milk and cocoa powder and not sure what else.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dZv1FShOoEg/UgW8REhQvRI/AAAAAAAAAQI/rcpOf8dF1GE/s1600/IMG_20130727_191951_003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dZv1FShOoEg/UgW8REhQvRI/AAAAAAAAAQI/rcpOf8dF1GE/s1600/IMG_20130727_191951_003.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Scrumptious adobo chicken. &nbsp;Oh. &nbsp;So. &nbsp;Good.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WjMgAOg56n4/UgW8JNs_5pI/AAAAAAAAAPs/S5fs7i5hp4M/s1600/IMG_20130621_202022_189.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WjMgAOg56n4/UgW8JNs_5pI/AAAAAAAAAPs/S5fs7i5hp4M/s1600/IMG_20130621_202022_189.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Marinated salmon steak on a bed of brown basmati rice, boiled asparagus and salad. &nbsp; <br />Those are brussel sprouts sliced thinly and pine nuts on the top.</td></tr></tbody></table>I am definitely spoiled!Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-1443971464494307282013-08-13T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-13T12:00:01.910-06:00Noralta - Grey WolfWork moved to a new camp. &nbsp;I was nervous. &nbsp;I had only ever been at one camp, a PTI, and now we were changing to a new provider and I did not know what to expect. &nbsp;I was pleasantly surprised. &nbsp;The flavours were amazing. &nbsp;People said the food at Noralta was the best and they were not wrong. &nbsp;The chefs were a pleasure to work with. &nbsp;When the new camp opened it was a breeze to make sure they knew my restrictions as they cross train their staff and move them around between their camps.<br /><br />Another difference is that the kitchen was open 24 hours and that you could pack your lunch whenever you wanted. &nbsp;There was always a selection from the night before in the fridge. &nbsp;The relaxed atmosphere was great. &nbsp;Again they were good and packed leftovers from the night before to take for lunch.<br /><br />I did not get as many pictures as I would have liked as my time up north ended abruptly. &nbsp;I got so excited when there were french fries I could eat (hence all the pictures). &nbsp;They also loved giving me stir fries with rice.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WCUvHdDl6u0/UgW2ZGBQwPI/AAAAAAAAAPM/2BLTzPzgE4s/s1600/IMG_20130513_194618_023.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J2Mno0RsSNQ/UgW2ePIcSQI/AAAAAAAAAPY/FVI6wwIuzkY/s1600/IMG_20130515_083303_689.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-J2Mno0RsSNQ/UgW2ePIcSQI/AAAAAAAAAPY/FVI6wwIuzkY/s1600/IMG_20130515_083303_689.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-28420966527050267312013-08-12T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-12T12:00:02.081-06:00Elk and Oarsman - BanffWe went on a hike up to Johnston's Canyon and went all the way to the inkpots. &nbsp;It was supposed to be a light hike as it was Roger's first hike in the mountains. &nbsp;We got a bit later start as one of the hikers was working in Banff that day.<br /><br />Once the hike was done we ventured into Banff for supper. &nbsp;We got in around &nbsp;9:30 so we were pleasantly surprised that the kitchen was still open at the Elk and Oarsman as it was mid week. &nbsp;I had been here in the past and was impressed with their ability to feed me with my unique diet. &nbsp;They went above and beyond this time. &nbsp;I got a lamb shank with a red wine reduction on a bed of potatoes. &nbsp;Delicious! &nbsp;I also had a pear cider. &nbsp;Such a refreshing flavour and a nice change from apple cider.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wYnztRRoDgs/UgWkXVv8iYI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/8EJSauOT_Qk/s1600/IMG_20130712_230437_021.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wYnztRRoDgs/UgWkXVv8iYI/AAAAAAAAAOQ/8EJSauOT_Qk/s1600/IMG_20130712_230437_021.jpg" height="320" width="180" /></a></div><br />The next meal was salmon steaks (again done on the grill over the fire) pre-marinated by Cole. &nbsp;Then another salad with balsamic and olive oil. &nbsp;Next we cooked some tasty rice pasta with spinach and peppers and used this oil and vinegar bread dip that I got when travelling in the Okanagan. &nbsp;Paired it all with some delicious Cherry wine from a farmer's market and it was a tasty meal.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vko4Co_OJeg/UgWka0JhjjI/AAAAAAAAAOY/6ol3cQ4Fjcc/s1600/IMG_20130713_190723_068.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Vko4Co_OJeg/UgWka0JhjjI/AAAAAAAAAOY/6ol3cQ4Fjcc/s1600/IMG_20130713_190723_068.jpg" height="320" width="180" /></a></div><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-89040793005500264692013-08-10T12:00:00.000-06:002013-08-10T12:00:03.678-06:00Tuesdays at High Level Diner - EdmontonI had been to the High Level Diner before. &nbsp;They have been able to feed me, can't remember what it ended up being though I remember only one option. &nbsp;I was so excited when I went to Edmonton one random Tuesday and found that they had a special on - Fish and Chips! In a dedicated gluten free fryer! &nbsp;I had not had fish and chips in years. &nbsp;It was soo scrumptious and I can't wait to be in Edmonton on a Tuesday night again.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--J6sgGJA3eU/UgWc6Fn4KHI/AAAAAAAAAOE/mRK1relcHMk/s1600/2013-03-25_17-40-14_367.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/--J6sgGJA3eU/UgWc6Fn4KHI/AAAAAAAAAOE/mRK1relcHMk/s1600/2013-03-25_17-40-14_367.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br />Oh and to top it off I had a gluten free beer!Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-45601104164365377382013-08-09T19:57:00.002-06:002013-08-09T19:57:34.437-06:00Chiantis - EdmontonMost people hear my allergies and rule out italian food, I had as well. &nbsp;I used to eat wheat pasta with tomoatoe sauce and cheese all the time. &nbsp;It was my go-to food. &nbsp;With my restrictions with wheat/gluten, cheese, tomatoe, dairy and onion I thought I would not be able to go out for italian again.<br /><br />When my wonderful friend and manager at Chiantis and I were looking to go out for food we were having difficulty thinking of a place. &nbsp;She mentioned that she could feed me at her work. &nbsp;And that renewed my love affair with italian food.<br /><br />She orders me wonderful things like gluten-free pasta with hot oil or lemon oil sauce and fresh vegetables.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KyotyBla61I/UgWc5j59neI/AAAAAAAAAN4/ULuoI3Na-U0/s1600/2013-03-24_18-42-30_169.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KyotyBla61I/UgWc5j59neI/AAAAAAAAAN4/ULuoI3Na-U0/s1600/2013-03-24_18-42-30_169.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Garlic and olive oil with hot pepper flakes</td></tr></tbody></table>&nbsp;<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kVNdjE_FBnw/UgWc3A_v8LI/AAAAAAAAANw/NmPdepWI098/s1600/IMG_20130623_184439_437.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kVNdjE_FBnw/UgWc3A_v8LI/AAAAAAAAANw/NmPdepWI098/s1600/IMG_20130623_184439_437.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Peppered Salmon with pasta with a lemon olive oil sauce</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-20202835827511874282013-08-09T19:37:00.001-06:002013-08-09T19:37:41.204-06:00His and hers NachosNachos are a great snack food. &nbsp; I love that it is easy to find gluten free tortilla chips. &nbsp;Also it's super quick to put them together. &nbsp;I keep telling people that my "cheese" melts and works great, here was the perfect opportunity to demonstrate that. &nbsp;It didn't contrast real cheese and Daiya quite as well as it could have as the Daiya was frozen and the cheese was not. &nbsp;The good thing about Daiya is that the oils don't separate out and the nachos are less greasy. (By the way the Daiya is on the left in case you couldn't tell)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G_ysZMYvJHg/UgWXS7E1PqI/AAAAAAAAAMo/yRhpi_AR8TM/s1600/IMG_20130728_242442_891.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-G_ysZMYvJHg/UgWXS7E1PqI/AAAAAAAAAMo/yRhpi_AR8TM/s1600/IMG_20130728_242442_891.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UCgSSPRSz_Q/UgWXbOjPZTI/AAAAAAAAANA/hrZEsUMGKjM/s1600/IMG_20130728_242901_041.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UCgSSPRSz_Q/UgWXbOjPZTI/AAAAAAAAANA/hrZEsUMGKjM/s1600/IMG_20130728_242901_041.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kXtbdUoyHtI/UgWYEpSeDSI/AAAAAAAAANQ/SEfO3N19sk8/s1600/IMG_20130728_243507_337.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-kXtbdUoyHtI/UgWYEpSeDSI/AAAAAAAAANQ/SEfO3N19sk8/s1600/IMG_20130728_243507_337.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Topping that I use are red peppers, avocados and sometimes hot peppers, ham and cucumbers. &nbsp;My favourite Daiya cheese to use is the pepperjack.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2E-83BEsPB4/UgWXTY2BVYI/AAAAAAAAAM8/LsqGsOsPIU0/s1600/IMG_20130521_212149_058.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2E-83BEsPB4/UgWXTY2BVYI/AAAAAAAAAM8/LsqGsOsPIU0/s1600/IMG_20130521_212149_058.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yvemnzedndA/UgWY9Fm5MnI/AAAAAAAAANg/qonhd9QSi1U/s1600/2013-04-24_18-48-02_157.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yvemnzedndA/UgWY9Fm5MnI/AAAAAAAAANg/qonhd9QSi1U/s1600/2013-04-24_18-48-02_157.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-55119319574153783372013-08-09T19:08:00.000-06:002013-08-09T20:01:05.240-06:00Shrimp PastaI had just gone shopping and needed something quick.<br /><div><br />I boiled some water with the juice of nearly 1/2 a lemon. I then added a touch of olive oil and boiled the shrimp until just pink. I get the uncooked, deveined, tails removed.</div><div><br />I then put in a few tbsp of olive oil and a dash of sesame oil in a pan with chili flakes and a piece of lemongrass some cumin and turmeric. Heated those then added one stem of chard, one sliced mushroom and one diced radish. After they had cooked a bit I added the pulp of the lemon and 1/4 red pepper and the chard green. After those cooked I placed them aside and heated up a few more tbsp of olive oil with chili flakes and the last bit of lemon juice at the end. Next time I will put the lemon on after so it doesn't splatter.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nZDDWEMNFm0/UgWSOmzljGI/AAAAAAAAAMY/3riCqe33yW4/s1600/IMG_20130709_185346_784.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nZDDWEMNFm0/UgWSOmzljGI/AAAAAAAAAMY/3riCqe33yW4/s1600/IMG_20130709_185346_784.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-67289564134653259582013-05-18T12:04:00.001-06:002013-05-18T12:04:38.521-06:00JubilationsSo last night I had the pleasure of going to Jubilations dinner theatre.&nbsp; We saw the Big Boom Theory.&nbsp; I have to say the acting and the vocals were so awesome.&nbsp; The songs that were picked matched the plot perfectly and the actors were even in character during the songs.&nbsp; My favourite is when Lenard sang a backstreet boys song with backup vocals by Sheldon and Howard, complete with choreography that was amazing.&nbsp; (It kinda helped that he was pretty hot.)&nbsp; I also loved noticing that Howard kept changing his belt buckle, that was an awesome touch.&nbsp; But to get down to why I'm writing ... the food!<br /><br />The food was awesome!&nbsp; They were able to accommodate my allergies with no trouble at all.&nbsp; I called the afternoon before and they were very good about taking all the information.&nbsp; When I got there the waitress was expecting me.&nbsp; I had soup!&nbsp; I usually only expect to get the main course and perhaps a salad.&nbsp; They made me a special soup.&nbsp; From what we could figure out it was pumpkin with turnip and perhaps some carrot.&nbsp; For spices I believe there was nutmeg and coriander and perhaps cumin.&nbsp; Delicious.&nbsp; Then I also got salad with a balsamic dressing.&nbsp; I had a choice of entre!&nbsp; I could have the beef, the chicken or the tuna steak.&nbsp; I chose the prime rib.&nbsp; It was cooked to a beautiful medium.&nbsp; It had gravy and horseradish.&nbsp; It also had carrot, snap pea, red pepper and baby potatoes to accompany it.&nbsp; Then to top it off I got desert as well!&nbsp; I even had a choice!&nbsp; I could choose fruit cup or apple pie.&nbsp; I went for the pie.&nbsp; It was sweet.<br /><br />So, on the allergy friendly side Jubilations is very highly recommended.&nbsp; On the entertainment side, also well recommended.&nbsp; Even recommended for eye candy, though the actor was not overshadowing my date ;)<br /><br /><a href="http://www.jubilations.ca/jubilations/cal_whatis.html">http://www.jubilations.ca/jubilations/cal_whatis.html</a>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-19148062879829770082013-05-08T16:00:00.000-06:002013-05-18T11:47:18.948-06:00Gound beef at Mom's houseI remember as a child that we had ground beef all the time.&nbsp; I'm not joking.&nbsp; We would eat ground beef in pasta sauce on spaghetti.&nbsp; We would have ground beef with tomatoe soup on macaroni - we would call this one More.&nbsp; I would usually eat More with a stick of celery as a spoon, the spoon would gradually get shorter as I ate.&nbsp; I would use about 3 spoons for a meal ;).&nbsp; Mom would make homemade hamburgers using some stone ground oats and using&nbsp;this lovely tupperwear hamburger press.&nbsp; She would also make frikedella, a Danish meatball. That recipe usually had oats, some onion and a bunch of other items that would make it not so appealing to me.&nbsp; Tacos!&nbsp; We would also have tacos with ground beef.&nbsp; My sister and I got really good at cooking ground beef and breaking up the chunks as we stirred.&nbsp; It was also a talent at cooking it from frozen without ending up with a giant block of meat that was burn on the outside and frozen on the inside.&nbsp; The trick with that was to let it just turn colour, flip it,&nbsp;and then scrape the cooked bits off with the edge of the spatula.&nbsp; Repeat about 10 times until the frozen bit was so small that you could break it into little bits with the edge of the spatula.&nbsp; Make sure to keep breaking up the other bits as they were cooking or you'd end up with big lumps.<br /><br />When I was staying with my parent's last fall&nbsp;Mom and I&nbsp;made a few meals using the standard block of frozen ground beef.&nbsp; <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y2OXVFNiENc/UYclG-vnM_I/AAAAAAAAALE/CCAFfBrZDNo/s1600/2012-12-20_20-49-01_923.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y2OXVFNiENc/UYclG-vnM_I/AAAAAAAAALE/CCAFfBrZDNo/s1600/2012-12-20_20-49-01_923.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Episode 1 - ground beef, bragg's soy seasoning (or maybe it was balsamic vinegar), frozen broccoli, and red peppers in one pan.&nbsp; Thickened with a bit of corn starch.&nbsp; On some of my favourite flat rice noodles from the Asian section of Superstore.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V6cCg1LStb4/UYclFJlTcKI/AAAAAAAAAK8/n3O6LZahV9s/s1600/2012-12-04_23-31-24_174.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-V6cCg1LStb4/UYclFJlTcKI/AAAAAAAAAK8/n3O6LZahV9s/s1600/2012-12-04_23-31-24_174.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Episode 2 - Ground beef, chopped celery, perhaps some spices (not sure what she used) on a bed of spaghetti squash.&nbsp; The parents had the beef mixed with tomatoe sauce.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Ground beef has many possibilities.&nbsp; Don't forget meatballs and meatloaf!</div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-31890908067083408372013-05-07T18:00:00.000-06:002013-05-18T11:47:00.985-06:00Simple mealsMeals don't have to be complicated.&nbsp; They can be simply 1 starch, 1 veg and 1 meat.&nbsp; Yummy.<br /><br />Here are some examples from my last year:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lTlpZeJdP6g/UYcfiD_qK9I/AAAAAAAAAKM/Ce7T5Nxmevk/s1600/2012-10-30_19-13-37_55.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lTlpZeJdP6g/UYcfiD_qK9I/AAAAAAAAAKM/Ce7T5Nxmevk/s1600/2012-10-30_19-13-37_55.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Beef, carrots from mom's garden, asparagus on a bed of spinach </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(I don't see rice although I'm sure it was there, knowing me)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4NMt_wmpzzA/UYcfjs9cMiI/AAAAAAAAAKU/Laq1a2Q4Rdg/s1600/2012-11-01_13-35-08_881.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4NMt_wmpzzA/UYcfjs9cMiI/AAAAAAAAAKU/Laq1a2Q4Rdg/s1600/2012-11-01_13-35-08_881.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Pork, yam, asparagus</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ko9JJDUfv90/UYcfm-187fI/AAAAAAAAAKk/DQe9G0rkXvk/s1600/2012-12-02_18-09-17_509.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ko9JJDUfv90/UYcfm-187fI/AAAAAAAAAKk/DQe9G0rkXvk/s1600/2012-12-02_18-09-17_509.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Quinoa, stirfry veg, salmon.&nbsp; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Likely have bragg's soy seasoning on the stir fry.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ub6X8zTEPZg/UYcflcswoMI/AAAAAAAAAKc/shj-2O3nNOA/s1600/2012-11-03_20-54-19_110.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ub6X8zTEPZg/UYcflcswoMI/AAAAAAAAAKc/shj-2O3nNOA/s1600/2012-11-03_20-54-19_110.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sticky rice (cooked with apple juice and cinnamon), white fish&nbsp;(salt, dill and lemon baked in foil), roasted red peppers and zucchini (using olive oil and salt) on a bed of spinach.&nbsp; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Yah this last one was a bit fancier though still only 1 rice cooker and 1 tray in the oven.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rCfsXhpAFu8/UYciBUehpnI/AAAAAAAAAK0/TrmK0qcEIBs/s1600/2012-10-29_21-01-40_580.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rCfsXhpAFu8/UYciBUehpnI/AAAAAAAAAK0/TrmK0qcEIBs/s1600/2012-10-29_21-01-40_580.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Now this one&nbsp;IS easy - leftover BBQ pork, 1 can of baby corn, leftover quinoa.&nbsp; Boom.&nbsp; Dinner.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;</div><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-4867065041051343542013-05-06T18:00:00.000-06:002013-05-18T11:46:48.083-06:00As it feels like summer is coming ...As today it felt like summer was finally going to come back.&nbsp; As I write this I may actually have a bit of colour in my cheeks from being out in the sun on my breaks from taking a course at work.&nbsp; 25 degrees and sunny on May 5th in Fort McMurray?&nbsp; Yes please!&nbsp; It reminded me of the great meals I had last summer sitting out on the patio.&nbsp; <br /><br />I hope I can enjoy this sort of meal in a few weeks when I am back home (and hopefully it will be this gorgeous out too!)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_DJKhGKEhwQ/UYcJ1XRdQqI/AAAAAAAAAJU/SOrpkcNBE6M/s1600/IMG004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_DJKhGKEhwQ/UYcJ1XRdQqI/AAAAAAAAAJU/SOrpkcNBE6M/s1600/IMG004.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Salad version 1 - I love using sweet chili sauce as a dressing</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">That would be marinated pork, with my homemade Vietnamese bbq sauce</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UkcH8HhOx3o/UYcJ3N6CfdI/AAAAAAAAAJc/eYRAPdtXr6E/s1600/IMG006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-UkcH8HhOx3o/UYcJ3N6CfdI/AAAAAAAAAJc/eYRAPdtXr6E/s1600/IMG006.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Salad version 2 - mmm cucumbers</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ol4ANKbBRvw/UYcTdfQm5PI/AAAAAAAAAJ0/m-8TzRU1l9w/s1600/IMG029.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ol4ANKbBRvw/UYcTdfQm5PI/AAAAAAAAAJ0/m-8TzRU1l9w/s1600/IMG029.jpg" height="320" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Homemade hummus with red pepper and paired with green tea :)&nbsp; </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Check out the jickama (got at CO-OP), I had to find it after I tried it in Mexico</div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-46593575646296348312013-05-05T19:33:00.002-06:002013-05-05T19:33:42.850-06:00Christmas SmorgasbordI grew up in a house with one dane and mom of british and scotish descent.&nbsp; We tried to blend the traditions at Christmas.&nbsp; To honour the Scandinavian tradition we would open one gift on Christmas Eve with the rest being opened on Christmas morning.&nbsp; <br /><br />We would also have a Danish Smorgesbord on Christmas eve followed by a full turkey dinner on Christmas Day.&nbsp; <br /><br />So what is a smorgasbord?&nbsp; It's a feast in many courses.&nbsp; There are traditional sandwiches that you can make.&nbsp; We have this lovely cookbook from the Danish museam which outline some of the different sandwiches. (I might add some detail later when I'm back home.)&nbsp; Needless to say it's full of rye bread, white bread, cheese, tomatoe, mayonnaise, hard boiled eggs, Italian salad, deli meats, frickedella, ramoulelle... notice a pattern?&nbsp; Most of which I cannot eat.&nbsp; Surprisingly I was able to enjoy with some minor modifications.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iLCFUmEbdYo/UYcFzW-R7kI/AAAAAAAAAJA/B9WPRbz1wCs/s1600/2012-12-24_18-36-22_803.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-iLCFUmEbdYo/UYcFzW-R7kI/AAAAAAAAAJA/B9WPRbz1wCs/s1600/2012-12-24_18-36-22_803.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HvXJPGwt4dk/UYcF1CzPZPI/AAAAAAAAAJI/H14kP3vJdJc/s1600/2012-12-24_18-47-56_10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HvXJPGwt4dk/UYcF1CzPZPI/AAAAAAAAAJI/H14kP3vJdJc/s1600/2012-12-24_18-47-56_10.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />I stuck to one sandwich and modified it in the following way:&nbsp; Earth's Oven corn bread, prosciutto, cucumbers soaked in vinegar (a traditional Danish thing, tangey and quite lovely), and daiya cheese loaf in jalapeño pepper.<br /><br />Merry Christmas! (yes this is a very belated post, I know that it's May)Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-16484750811205555192013-05-05T19:16:00.001-06:002013-05-05T19:16:11.326-06:00Return to bloggingSo, I have gone on a bit of a hiatus when it comes to this blog, but I'm back :)Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-75049346235532682132012-09-15T19:51:00.002-06:002013-05-05T19:34:13.028-06:00PTI Beaver RiverSo when I decided to take a work contract north of Fort McMurray I was a little nervous.&nbsp; I thought that I would have to prepare myself for a world of hurt food wise.&nbsp; I have been pleasantly surprised.<br /><br />I had emailed in advance my list of other food allergies and they were expecting me when I showed up to the hot food counter.&nbsp;&nbsp; I was so excited to see that I could even eat off their regular dinner service line.&nbsp; Their regular dinner service has a printed sheet out identifying which items have allergens. The allergens they track for everyone are gluten, diary, nuts, and seafood.&nbsp; They even have a symbol for diabetics and such.&nbsp; Because I have so many more allergies they also set aside&nbsp;a to-go bag&nbsp;for me from dinner to have at lunch the next day.&nbsp; The kitchen staff are wonderful.&nbsp; There are actually gluten free options for desert although most I cannot partake in yet they always have a selection of Jello.&nbsp; Yay.<br /><br />Anyhoo I have to get going to bed as being up north means all I have time for is eat, work, eat, work, eat, sleep repeat.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-42610335328640438362012-06-15T12:15:00.000-06:002012-06-15T12:15:28.994-06:00Sausage!Since I found out that I can't have gluten and diary I found it harder to get sausage.&nbsp; Then when I found out I couldn't have onions it made it nearly impossible because I had to avoid everything that said "spices".&nbsp; I am pleased to announce that I have found sausage and it is glorious!<br /><br />I happened across it rather randomly.&nbsp; I was washing my car and noticed a trailer that said sausage and meat.&nbsp; I had been looking for a better meat supplier here in Claresholm and thought that I would give it a try.&nbsp; I assumed that sausages were out of the question.&nbsp; I went into the trailer and was surprised to see that they were ALL gluten free.&nbsp; Talking to the man in charge I realized that he was actually was the man in charge of the entire operation, and he could tell me what was in each sausage because he made the spice mixtures himself.<br /><br /><a href="http://meadowcreeksausage.com/" target="_blank">Meadow Creek Sausage &amp; Meat</a>.&nbsp; I highly recommend it.<br /><br />My favourite so far is the chicken roasted pepper and Murray's favourite is the beef blueberry.<br /><br />I'm going to visit their store today, pictures to come :)Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-61134363709504518172012-02-13T18:53:00.000-07:002012-02-13T18:53:30.876-07:00My pantryI thought it was about time to post what is in my pantry<br /><br /><b>Dry Items</b><br /><br /><ul><li>Quaker - Crispy Minis Rice Cakes - Original</li><li>Want-Want - SuperSlim - Brown Rice Crisps - Original</li><li>Nature's Path - Corn Flakes - Sweetened with Honey</li><li>Rizopia - Rice Pasta</li><li>Mrs Leepers Corn Pasta (macaroni)</li><li>Rice</li><li>Quinoa (white and red)</li><li>Wild Rice</li></ul><br /><br /><b>Canned Goods</b><br /><br /><ul><li>beets</li><li>baby corn</li><li>coconut milk</li><li>sweet potatoe puree</li><li>cream corn</li></ul><br /><br /><b>Baking Items</b><br /><br /><ul><li>flax (ground)</li><li>chia (ground)</li><li>celemix egg replacer</li><li>Bob's Red Mill - Gluten Free Cornbread Mix</li><li>Glutino Chocolate Cake Mix</li><li>quinoa flakes</li><li>Namaste - Perfect Flour Blend</li><li>Sunmaid Raisins</li><li>cornstarch</li><li>baking powder</li><li>baking soda</li><li>crisco</li></ul><br /><br /><b>Oils &amp; Vinegar</b><br /><br /><ul><li>canola oil</li><li>olive oil</li><li>sesame oil</li><li>coconut oil</li><li>apple cider vinegar</li></ul><div><br /></div><div><b>Other</b></div><div><ul><li>EnviroKids - Crispy Rice Peanut Butter cereal bars</li><li>Tres Marias Corn Tortillas</li><li>Daiya Cheese Style Shreds</li><li>Nuts to You Butter - Cashew Butter</li><li>Unsweeted Almond Breeze</li><li>Bragg's Liquid Soy Seasoning</li><li>Sweets from the Earth - Flourless Cashew Cookies</li></ul></div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-22324243527723162992011-10-12T19:45:00.000-06:002011-10-12T19:45:54.070-06:00Moxies in Lethbridge :)We (and by we I mean I) decided that we wanted to go swimming. &nbsp;It was a sunny September day and I wanted to try out my new swimsuit before vacation in January. &nbsp;We were in Claresholm and we contemplated a few places, every place that had outdoor swimming was at least an hour away. &nbsp;We decided on Park Lake Provincial Park because we could then go out for supper afterwards in Lethbridge when we were done. &nbsp;The ambient temperature was beautiful; I never thought that the water temperature wouldn't be beautiful. &nbsp;It was so unbelievably cold. &nbsp;Didn't really get to try out the swimsuit, just a quick dunk but it was fun and worth the trip.<br /><br />I found Moxies by going on my phone searching for gluten free Lethbridge while we were driving into town. &nbsp;I found <a href="http://www.theceliacscene.com/map261-Alberta-Lethbridge--Lethbridge.html">a list </a>and Moxies was on it. &nbsp;I have to admit, I was disheartened when I first got there. &nbsp;There was no gluten-free menu. &nbsp;The waitress said to just pick something off the menu and we will check with the kitchen. &nbsp;So I stared at the menu. &nbsp;I contemplated leaving. &nbsp;Every item had something in it that I couldn't eat. &nbsp;After a while the waitress came back and I told her that I felt lost looking at the menu. &nbsp;Then the manager came over. &nbsp;I told him my&nbsp;sensitivities, allergies and&nbsp;intolerances. &nbsp;Then he did something wonderful. &nbsp;He started communicating with the kitchen staff over his ear piece. &nbsp;We went back and forth and they came up with a wonderful meal for me, checking the ingredients with input from the kitchen and myself. &nbsp;The manager also had a great grasp on what was in each dish already, I would never have guessed that their jasmine rice had onions in it. &nbsp;I had a wonderful maple salmon with steamed asparagus and a side salad with oil to use as a dressing. &nbsp;It was delicious. &nbsp;It was safe. &nbsp;I was happy. &nbsp;It inspired me to start using maple on my meat. <br /><br />I would recommend that Moxies to anyone with special food needs.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-40715805163560171262011-09-17T12:00:00.002-06:002011-09-17T12:00:03.161-06:00Yummy Dinner, Yummy Leftovers<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4gUu61lNxN0/TnORBfVsLgI/AAAAAAAAAEU/UKDxrAA_EUo/s1600/IMG290.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-4gUu61lNxN0/TnORBfVsLgI/AAAAAAAAAEU/UKDxrAA_EUo/s320/IMG290.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table>It was soo good that the picture had to go first. &nbsp;I decided that I needed to eat up the things in my fridge. &nbsp;I am trying to prevent throwing out any food or leftovers.<br /><br />I had carrots, zuchini, mushrooms, daiya cheddar style shreds in the fridge, thick rice noodles in the pantry and steak in the freezer.<br /><br />Boiled the carrots in the microwave (they were a bit dry).<br />Zuchini with some coconut oil on the BBQ<br />Mushrooms with some coconut oil, sage and parsley in foil on the BBQ<br />Steak with parsley and rosemary on the BBQ (can you tell I like the BBQ?)<br />The thick rice noodles are from superstore in the asian section, first time I had used the thick ones and I like them.<br /><br />Cheese sauce. &nbsp;I had to start twice cuz the first one didn't work. &nbsp;Working with almond milk and gluten-free flour is challenging. &nbsp;It got clumpy the first time, and the cheese style shreds thicken the sauce as well. &nbsp;So lesson learnt. &nbsp;Melt 3 tbsp of crisco, stir in 3 tsp corn starch and 3 tsp potatoe flour, add almond milk really slowly to avoid clumping, like 1/4 c at a time, I think I used 3 cups, when sauce is a little runny stir in 2 c of cheese style shreds, then wait for it to melt on low, it will take a while, stir a lot, maybe add some more almond milk, let it sit for a while. &nbsp;I added lavender and salt.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-16317369770725072372011-09-15T12:51:00.000-06:002011-09-15T12:51:10.194-06:00Week full of soupEven though it's only 2 soups, it has lasted me most of the week.<br /><br /><b><u>Soup # 1 - Chicken Soup</u></b><br />So Monday afternoon I started to feel like I was coming down with a cold. &nbsp;Since there was no way I could have come into contact with onions, it must have been the real thing. &nbsp;So I went home and made myself some chicken soup and went to bed at 9 pm.<br /><br /><ul><li>brown rice</li><li>wild rice</li><li>quinoa (black and white)</li><li>chicken cut into pieces&nbsp;</li><li>carrots</li><li>spices:&nbsp;turmeric, cayenne, pepper and salt (if I remember right)</li><li>I also used some frozen chicken stock (likely had carrots, celery, chicken bones, parsley, thyme,&nbsp;oregano)</li></ul><br />Note: do not keep the soup at boiling for very long or the wild rice will explode, should cook for at least 35 min to cook all the rice and quinoa<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GBFp-Dg1YhM/TnJHP9sK7uI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/tMoK9x4k2Pc/s1600/IMG289.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-GBFp-Dg1YhM/TnJHP9sK7uI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/tMoK9x4k2Pc/s320/IMG289.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chicken Soup</td></tr></tbody></table>It seemed to do the trick, I didn't get a cold and the leftovers sure are yummy!<br /><br /><b><u>Soup # 2 - Savory Pumpkin Bacon Soup</u></b><br />Tuesday I came home from a frigid game of soccer and decided that I wanted pumpkin soup with bacon and cheese.<br /><br /><ul><li>cook bacon and cut into pieces, remove from pan</li><li>1 can pureed pumpkin</li><li>soy milk to get right consistency (this was pretty thick, kinda like a stew)</li><li>whatever veggies I had on hand (zucchini,&nbsp;mushroom, snap&nbsp;peas)</li><li>spices to taste (sage, cumin, nutmeg,&nbsp;coriander, pepper, salt)</li><li>bacon</li><li>stir in "cheese" (I used Daiya cheddar style shreds)</li></ul><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_fJD9DCJ9Fg/TnJHB5qbt4I/AAAAAAAAAEM/tOfBm96HslI/s1600/IMG286.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_fJD9DCJ9Fg/TnJHB5qbt4I/AAAAAAAAAEM/tOfBm96HslI/s320/IMG286.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pumpkin Soup (before cheese)</td></tr></tbody></table>Looks a bit like reconstituted crap but is actually quite savory.Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-14472808156874271892011-09-07T13:21:00.000-06:002011-09-07T13:21:39.411-06:00A week or so of foodWell I had some good things to eat this week and thought I'd share them with you all.<br /><br />Monday August 29 - Red snapper in foil on the BBQ, mixed veggie stir fry and rice.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VAOzWp79me4/Tme87AD97_I/AAAAAAAAADk/84Dqfu_2enk/s1600/IMG259.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-VAOzWp79me4/Tme87AD97_I/AAAAAAAAADk/84Dqfu_2enk/s320/IMG259.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Monday August 29</td></tr></tbody></table><br />Thursday&nbsp;September 1 - Lunch - horrible experience at Saigon Y2K downtown followed by sushi at Sakana Grill to at least get something to eat.<br /><br />Thursday September 1 - Tacos with a side of kale chips and BBQ corn. (I did a post the next day about how to make this). &nbsp;This lasted me for two suppers and two lunches. &nbsp;All yummy.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M-TMgE4zTAo/Tme9_XbKCnI/AAAAAAAAADs/BkQVDEV4a1g/s1600/IMG269.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-M-TMgE4zTAo/Tme9_XbKCnI/AAAAAAAAADs/BkQVDEV4a1g/s320/IMG269.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nVQHxL8Y9R8/Tme9-lt6rTI/AAAAAAAAADo/nQ83jPqYHrw/s1600/IMG266.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nVQHxL8Y9R8/Tme9-lt6rTI/AAAAAAAAADo/nQ83jPqYHrw/s320/IMG266.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thursday September 1</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><div>Saturday September 3 -&nbsp;Grilled chicken, stirfried chard and green peppers, corn, rice with spinach parsley and almonds.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FppDVQinrkU/Tme-vujuOCI/AAAAAAAAAEA/_IQdv6Fhj0I/s1600/photo+%25281%2529.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="239" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FppDVQinrkU/Tme-vujuOCI/AAAAAAAAAEA/_IQdv6Fhj0I/s320/photo+%25281%2529.JPG" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Saturday Sept 3</td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><div>Sunday September 4 - Breakfast - Nature's Path Corn Flakes, apple sauce, cut up apples and peaches, topped with cinnamon. &nbsp;(I didn't have my almond milk on me but didn't really need it.)</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4TE1whpvNWw/Tme-AAmW32I/AAAAAAAAADw/5hoTIHxC86A/s1600/IMG270.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4TE1whpvNWw/Tme-AAmW32I/AAAAAAAAADw/5hoTIHxC86A/s320/IMG270.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunday September 4 Breakfast</td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /></div><div>Sunday September 4 - lunch - Stir fried&nbsp;chard,&nbsp;zucchini&nbsp;and sugar snap peas with grilled beef and leftover rice.</div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p1k1qD-vzxA/Tme-BAxZlDI/AAAAAAAAAD0/XwLwSPKOHoo/s1600/IMG271.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-p1k1qD-vzxA/Tme-BAxZlDI/AAAAAAAAAD0/XwLwSPKOHoo/s320/IMG271.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunday September 4 - lunch</td></tr></tbody></table><div><br />Sunday September 4 - dinner - Xan Mongolian BBQ!!! :)<br /><br />Monday September 5 - Cereal and fruit for breakfast, sushi for lunch, leftover tacos for supper.<br /><br />Tuesday September 6 - lunch -&nbsp;So because of the long weekend I forgot to get my lunch ready. &nbsp;This is what I was able to piece together at Community Natural Foods near work. &nbsp;Yellow peppers, corn tortillas, baba gannouj, apples and carrots. &nbsp;Also had flourless cashew cookies (Sweets from the Earth) and some chocolate for desert. &nbsp;Not a bad vegetarian spread.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U3PHuW9ODvo/Tme-B4DDHvI/AAAAAAAAAD4/A4dzkkM7-WY/s1600/IMG278.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U3PHuW9ODvo/Tme-B4DDHvI/AAAAAAAAAD4/A4dzkkM7-WY/s320/IMG278.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tuesday September 6 - lunch</td></tr></tbody></table>Tuesday September 7 - supper -&nbsp;After soccer I was so hungry I couldn't wait to take a photo before starting to eat! &nbsp;Beef and salad. &nbsp;Dressing was avocado with Bragg's Soy Seasoning and to make it more like dressing I added coconut oil and basil. &nbsp;Not a bad combo.<br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MIrphau7pFs/Tme-CWHVAZI/AAAAAAAAAD8/xYbd1a9xriQ/s1600/IMG280.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-MIrphau7pFs/Tme-CWHVAZI/AAAAAAAAAD8/xYbd1a9xriQ/s320/IMG280.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tuesday Sept 6</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></div></div>Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5594612701598435758.post-79316672803817343042011-09-02T13:49:00.000-06:002011-09-02T14:44:32.209-06:00Tacos!Last night I got inspired after work, mind you I was at work until 8 pm. &nbsp;I found some great gluten-free, white corn tortillas at Planet Organic. &nbsp;I also had some ground beef from an independent Alberta farm in my freezer so I decided on tacos. &nbsp;I even found some dairy and casien free "cheese", it's even soy free.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9JRwiSVfg1w/TmExRGaDKlI/AAAAAAAAADY/a0nZntPFlP4/s1600/IMG269.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9JRwiSVfg1w/TmExRGaDKlI/AAAAAAAAADY/a0nZntPFlP4/s320/IMG269.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>So we have white corn tortillas, spinach,&nbsp;guacamole&nbsp;(avocado &amp; lemon) and daiya mozzarella style shreds. &nbsp;The meat is 1 package of ground beef, 1 can of chick peas, kale stems, celery, cumin, oregano, paprika, pepper, salt and chili flakes. &nbsp;Very yummy. &nbsp;And the "cheese" was even good too. &nbsp;I paired it with corn roasted on the BBQ and kale chips.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Wk6PUdhe9WQ/TmEyYUCqjjI/AAAAAAAAADc/DbCz0ve4Dyo/s1600/IMG266.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Wk6PUdhe9WQ/TmEyYUCqjjI/AAAAAAAAADc/DbCz0ve4Dyo/s320/IMG266.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Kale chips were really easy: kale, olive oil and salt baked on parchment paper. &nbsp;Make sure to coat both sides of the kale with oil or it doesn't turn out as good.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-s0nIeufsLx4/TmEy8DRSu8I/AAAAAAAAADg/2y_ITq9goOI/s1600/daiya+cheese.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-s0nIeufsLx4/TmEy8DRSu8I/AAAAAAAAADg/2y_ITq9goOI/s200/daiya+cheese.jpg" width="138" /></a></div><br /><br />Chalydrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06368290043858063199noreply@blogger.com1